RESEARCH FELLOW – Curriculum Development and Training

LOCAL RECRUITMENT
Accra, Ghana
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
RESEARCH FELLOW – Curriculum Development and Training
(Personnel Service Agreement – PSA)
Organizational Unit
:
United Nations University - Institute for Natural Resources in Africa
(UNU-INRA)
Reference Numbers
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2015/UNU/INRA/PSA/RF/30
Applications to
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By Post:
Finance and Administrative Officer, UNU-INRA, Private Mail Bag,
Kotoka International Airport, Accra, Ghana.
By Courier:
Finance and Administrative Officer, UNU-INRA
2nd Floor International House, Annie Jiagge Road
University of Ghana Campus, Legon
Accra, Ghana
By E-mail: recruit-inra@unu.edu
Closing Date
:
15 May 2015
United Nations University Objectives:
The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research,
postgraduate teaching and capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the
purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute,
through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the
concern of the United Nations and its Member States. For more information please visit www.unu.edu .
UNU-INRA Objectives:
The United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) is one of fifteen
Research and Training Centres and Programmes (RTC/Ps) established by UNU worldwide. The mission of
UNU-INRA is to strengthen the capacity of Africa's universities and research institutions to conduct
research and produce well-trained, well-equipped and motivated individuals, capable of developing,
adapting and disseminating technologies that advance food security, promote conservation and
efficient use of the continent's natural resources for sustainable development. For more information
please visit www.inra.unu.edu.
We are currently looking for an outstanding individual with strong commitment and the potential to
bring a significant contribution to the activities of UNU-INRA.
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Responsibilities:
Reporting to and under the supervision of the Director of UNU-INRA, the Research Fellow will:
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Develop, lead and coordinate the Institute’s training and capacity building activities;
Conduct research on any of the programme areas of UNU-INRA;
Create awareness, train national collaborators, and provide guidelines for effective
implementation of policies to ensure sustainable management of natural resources, biodiversity
conservation and maintenance of environmental quality;
Supervise graduate students in their research work;
Develop research and training proposals for funding;
Plan, organize and participate in national and sub-regional conferences/ meetings/workshops;
Prepare and publish research outputs in high quality publications, including peer-reviewed
journals, extension and policy briefs; and
Perform any other professional duties as may be required by the Director of UNU-INRA.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
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A PhD in Agricultural Economics, Rural Sociology, Ecology, Resource Management, Forestry, Soil
Sciences or a related discipline;
At least six years of relevant work experience, preferably in an international environment;
Thorough knowledge and experience of the university system in the continent and ability to
develop curricula;
Good writing, presentation and communication skills; and demonstrated experience in
organizing training, workshops, conferences, and fundraising activities, as well as forging
partnerships with international agencies, national institutions and NGOs;
Good working knowledge of English is essential; knowledge of French would be an advantage;
Ability to work independently with little supervision and under tight deadlines; and
Proven interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic
environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Remuneration:
Remuneration will commensurate with academic qualification and work experience according to the
suitability of candidates.
Duration of contract:
This is a full time employment on a one (1) year Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract with UNUINRA, with the possibility for contract renewal subject to satisfactory work performance, with the
combined duration of appointments not exceeding six (6) years.
This is a locally recruited post; no relocation expenses or allowances apply. The successful candidate will
be employed under a local contract and will not hold international civil servant status nor be a “staff
member” as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations.
Applications from suitably qualified women candidates are particularly encouraged.
Starting date: By July 1, 2015.
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Application Procedure:
Interested applicants should submit their applications, preferably by e-mail (to recruit-inra@unu.edu )
or mail, and must include the following:
 a cover letter setting out how qualifications and experience match the requirements of the
position;
 a curriculum vitae and a completed and signed UNU Personal History (P.11) form downloadable
from UNU website. Please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations
organizations;
 a full contact information of three referees; and
 an indication of the reference number of the vacancy announcement
(2015/UNU/INRA/PSA/RF/30).
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